4Recruitment Services
Grounds Operative
Job Description
Grounds Maintenance Operative – Carmarthenshire
PAYE Pay Rate: £12.84
3 Month Initial contract
We are seeking a committed and skilled Grounds Maintenance Operative to undertake a range of responsibilities that ensure our parks, sports areas, and public spaces are maintained to the highest standards. This is a hands-on role that requires initiative, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of health and safety procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out general maintenance of allocated areas — including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and maintenance of sports areas — in line with approved specifications.
- Undertake basic setting out and marking of sports areas, and contribute to the upkeep of artificial, synthetic, and natural pitches. This includes using craft skills such as interpreting plans, site preparation, and construction.
- Perform cleaning duties in public buildings such as changing rooms, toilets, parks, playgrounds, and open spaces.
- Apply pesticides properly in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and current legislation.
- Work with minimal supervision, taking responsibility for the direction of trainees and other employees assigned to you.
- Operate handheld and powered vibrating tools and light plant machinery, including tractors and tractor-mounted equipment as required.
- Ensure that all work is carried out in line with the Departmental Health & Safety Policy, specific safe systems of work, and the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
- Make sure all plant and machinery used is roadworthy, in good working order, and that safety guards are fitted where applicable.
- Undertake visual inspections of playground equipment located in parks and record findings in accordance with the Authority’s Playground Inspection Policy.
- Carry out additional work as instructed across any service department within the Environment Department.
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work outdoors in a varied and practical environment, contributing directly to the care and presentation of local community spaces. If you’re reliable, take pride in your work, and have the skills and knowledge outlined above, we’d love to hear from you.
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.
To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on (02085149135) or email kaseyf@4recruitmentservices.com.